Russian 2S34 Hosta Self-Propelled Howitzer/Mortar 09562

The 2S34 Hosta is a modernized version of the
2S1 Gvosdika. However upgraded artillery system is a howitzers/mortar rather
than howitzer. The 2S34 Hosta was developed in line with changing battlefield
requirements of the Russian Army. Currently Russian Army operates a vast fleet
for of ageing 2S1 Gvosdika self-propelled howitzers that could be upgraded in
order to extend their operational life. Russian Army ordered the 2S34 Hosta in
2011. Modernisation of the 2S1 with the 122 mm 2A31 gun replaced by the 120 mm
2A80. Further improvements include a new fire control system, a battlefield
observation system and the ability to fire the Kitolov-2M guided
ammunition. First production artillery
systems were delivered in 2012. Currently approximately 30 of these artillery
systems are in service with the Russian Army. It is also proposed
for export customers.